Warehouse Manager

Job Responsibilities may include, but not limited to

- Lead and develop Shift Leads responsible for daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and internal material movements

- Direct Inventory Coordinators in managing inventory transactions, material consumption, and reconciliation of discrepancies within the ERP system

- Ensure accurate inventory management practices through cycle counting, audits, inventory adjustments, and reconciliation processes

- Coordinate inventory replenishment, transfers, and material availability with Finance, Purchasing, Production, Technical Services, Fulfillment, and other departments

- Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including inventory accuracy, warehouse capacity utilization, dock throughput, and labor productivity

- Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to support storage, transportation, and inventory transfer requirements

- Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions for a team of 20+ hourly employees

- Coordinate external service providers, including waste management, pallet suppliers, transportation partners, and other warehouse support vendors

- Develop, track, and analyze departmental KPIs to support operational performance, decision-making, and continuous improvement initiatives

- Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and best practices that improve efficiency, inventory control, and service levels while ensuring compliance with safety, food safety, and quality standards

- Ensure FEFO (First Expired, First Out) and FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory management practices are consistently followed

- Evaluate staffing levels, internal processes, and equipment needs; recommend improvements to support business growth and operational efficiency

- Analyze warehouse processes and inventory trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction, productivity gains, inventory optimization, and profitability improvements

- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, warehouse operations, and employee engagement

- Maintain compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and operational standards

- Promote a strong safety culture by conducting regular safety observations, identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and behaviors, and ensuring all team members follow established safety procedures

Required Skills and Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered

- Minimum of 3 years’ warehouse management, distribution, logistics, or related leadership experience

- Demonstrated success leading teams in a fast-paced, multi-shift manufacturing, distribution, or fulfillment environment

- Strong understanding of inventory control, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving processes, and material flow management

- Experience utilizing ERP, WMS, or other inventory management systems

- Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate employees while fostering accountability and engagement

- Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization

- Ability to work independently while contributing as a member of the site leadership team

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

- Experience building and maintaining productive relationships with vendors, suppliers, and logistics partners

Preferred Skills and Experience

- Experience in a food manufacturing environment

- Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience

- Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) providers

- Forklift certification or familiarity with powered industrial truck operations

- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and advanced inventory control practices

Physical Requirements

- Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and arms

- Frequently required to stand, communicate, and listen

- Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel or crouch

- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

- Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

- Able to perform repetitive movements

- Able to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot)

Company Overview
 
Mom’s Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meal solutions direct to homes nationwide since 1999. We provide seniors, patients recovering post-discharge and those managing a chronic condition with tailored nutrition solutions to manage their specific needs. If you are passionate about the well-being of others and have a strong sense of community, Mom’s Meals could be the place for you! We are a family operated business looking for fun, compassionate, and friendly people who want to make a difference in the lives of others.
 
 
EEO
 
Mom’s Meals complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or military status.